‘Born free’ South Africans look toward country’s future
What are the hopes and concerns for the nation’s young, post-apartheid generation?
They’re being called the “born free” generation. And next week’s South African elections mark the first in which these young voters, born after the end of apartheid, will cast their votes. We’ll hear this generation’s concerns and hopes for the country’s future, and discuss how the youth vote might impact South African politics.
In this episode of The Stream, we speak with:
Khadija Patel @khadijapatel
Managing editor, South Africa Votes 2014
southafricavotes2014.co.za
Kelly Baloyi @KellySBaloyi
Youth activist
Levi Singh @LeviSingh6
Youth advocate
worldwewant2015.org
Annah Tseko @Annahrinzo
Multimedia journalist, Global Girl Media
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